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Technical Tips & Tricks Series: Pediatrics
Pediatric patients, as one would expect, take more time and definitely more patience; however, the importance of a quality recording remains the same and keeping that as our goal will help.
Roya Tompkins
Sep 242 min read


The Mystery of FIRDA: When Frontal Intermittent Rhythmic Delta Activity Matters
Though often dismissed as a non specific finding, FIRDA can be a key to identifying deeper neurological or systemic problems.
So, what does FIRDA tell us and when should we take it seriously?
BKT
Sep 173 min read


How Did I End Up Here? Callie Klotka, REEGT, CLTM
“My journey into neurodiagnostics didn’t begin in a classroom; it started in real life.”
From medical assisting to EEG leadership, Callie Klotka shares her story.
Callie Klotka
Sep 103 min read


Optimizing Remote EEG Monitoring: A Secure and Efficient Alternative to Citrix
As hospitals continue to adopt remote EEG monitoring, ensuring security, efficiency, and high-quality patient care is essential. Many institutions rely on Citrix for remote access, but its limitations can introduce unnecessary delays, security vulnerabilities, and administrative burdens. A more effective solution involves establishing a direct connection to the acquiring computer, offering improved patient safety, optimized workflow, hospital efficiency and reduced IT overhea
Callie Klotka
Aug 273 min read


Surgical Interventions for Medication-Resistant Epilepsy: Exploring the Options
Epilepsy affects millions worldwide, and while many individuals achieve seizure control through medications, a significant...
BKT
May 284 min read


FIRES: Understanding a Rare Seizure Disorder and the Role of the Ketogenic Diet in Treatment
EEG technologists are often called upon to assess patients experiencing various forms of seizure activity, including some rare and severe...
BKT
May 216 min read


NuPrep and 10 20: From Creation to Your Hands
Since my first exposure to the Neurodiagnostic field over 25 years ago, it feels as though not much has changed. From major hospitals to...
Dani Harris
Apr 24 min read


DUO HD: Our Best Conversion Kit Yet!
INTEGRIS NEURO - DUO HD CONVERSION KIT Key Features Transforms your Natus Trex Monitoring system into a completely portable Video...
Steven Estes
Mar 261 min read


5 Qualities of a Neurodiagnostic Technologist
Of course a strong technical skill set is a given - so we are not counting that for 1 of the 5. But what else is needed? Patience Not...
Roya Tompkins
Mar 122 min read


EEG in Epilepsy: Sturge Weber Syndrome
In our continuing series of EEG in Epilepsy let’s move on to another rare neurological condition that we might also see in our labs....
Roya Tompkins
Feb 52 min read


The Pediatric EEG
“Children are not Small Adults.” This common saying is true in many ways and EEG is no exception. Those of us that have primarily worked...
Roya Tompkins
Jan 82 min read


Technical Tips and Tricks: To Wrap or Not to Wrap?
Our hope is that this Tips and Tricks Series helps you and your practice look for opportunities to not only expand your services but...
Roya Tompkins
Sep 18, 20242 min read


English & Spanish Routine EEG Sample Patient Instructions
Decades ago (before the era of Google Translate) I put together some English & Spanish sample patient instructions for various...
Steven Estes
Aug 21, 20249 min read


Deciphering Brain Waves: Understanding Wicket Spikes in EEG
In the realm of neuroscience, electroencephalography (EEG) stands as a pivotal tool for unraveling the mysteries of the brain. It allows...
Shanelle Thomason
Jul 3, 20243 min read


Encephalitis | Anti-NMDA R Encephalitis
In the world of Neurology and Neurophysiology the term ‘Encephalitis’ is well known, and frequently used to describe tissues of the brain...
Sara E. Davis
Jun 25, 20244 min read


It's My Birthday!
Happy 1st Birthday to the Integris Neuro Blog! We wanted to take a moment to reflect back on the Year…What a Year it has been! With...
Roya Tompkins
Mar 20, 20241 min read


EEG and Trauma, what they don't prepare you for!
One of the most critical things we as neurodiagnostic technicians don't get trained for is Trauma. I think the healthcare industry as a...
Dani Harris
Jan 31, 20249 min read


Unlocking Your Potential: The Journey to Becoming a CLTM-Certified EEG Technologist
Are you an EEG technologist specializing in long-term monitoring of patients in epilepsy monitoring units and intensive care units? If...
Callie Klotka
Jan 24, 20243 min read


ACNS Standardized Critical Care EEG Nomenclature 2021 as an EEG Tech in Remote EEG Monitoring
As EEG technologists, we play a crucial role in the world of neurodiagnostics. Our expertise in capturing and interpreting electrical...
Callie Klotka
Jan 17, 20243 min read


Patient Safety in Remote EEG Monitoring
As EEG technologists play a crucial role in monitoring patients remotely, it is vital for them to be well-prepared and knowledgeable...
Callie Klotka
Dec 6, 20234 min read
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